MMTA has released our 2025 training and events calendar. While the schedule may change, we thought it was important to get the dates and training topics out as early as possible so members can make their plans for the year. As always, you can register for trainings and events online at www.mmta.com as well as find […]
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Truck Electrification Headlines Next MMTA Meeting Agenda
December 16, 2024In an effort to educate and prepare the Maine trucking industry for future technology changes, we have invited Volvo to the January 9th MMTA Membership and Board meetings to be a featured presenter. Joining us will be Roberto Camacho, Volvo E-mobility Specialist for the Northeast Region, to talk about truck electrification from a manufacturer’s perspective. […]
RESCHEDULED: MMTA to Host Virtual Meeting to Discuss New Maine Law on Lease/Rental Taxation
November 6, 2024PLEASE NOTE: THIS MEETING WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 5th BUT NEEDED TO BE RESCHEDULED. SEE DETAILS FOR THE RESCHEDULED MEETING BELOW As we have previously reported, this past spring lawmakers passed a new law making substantive changes to the rental/lease of equipment from up-front on the lessor at purchase, to a tax on the […]
Maine State Police Implement a New Performance-Based Brake Tester at Weigh Stations
November 4, 2024The Maine State Police have introduced a new Performance-Based Brake Tester (PBBT) that is being transported to weigh stations across the state, to assess the braking performance of commercial motor vehicles (CMV’s). This device aims to ensure that commercial trucks and trailers meet required safety standards for braking force outlined in section 393.52 of the […]
2025 MMTA Employee Benefits Program Rates/Plans Now Available
October 23, 2024We are excited to announce the details for the 2025 MMTA Employee Benefits Program! Are you taking advantage of MMTA’s group employee benefits? MMTA works with some of the most respected insurance carriers in Maine to create a diverse employee benefits program to offer our members. The program includes a variety of plan options, including […]
2025 UCR REGISTRATION PERIOD BEGINS ON OCTOBER 1, 2024
September 30, 2024UCR stands for Unified Carrier Registration program. It is a federally-mandated system for registering operators of commercial vehicles who are involved in interstate and international travel. This annual registration must be renewed by December 31st each year. Registration for the 2025 UCR registration year will open October 1, 2024. Fees will be increased from the […]
New Format for October 9th MMTA Membership Meeting – JOIN US!!
September 13, 2024When developing her list of priorities and objectives for her 2-year term as Chairwoman of the MMTA, one issue that rose to the top for Chelsea was member engagement. As someone who regularly attends our quarterly in-person Membership meetings, she was struck by the wealth of information that got reported… and that most of our […]
Kentucky Weight Distance (KYU) Payment Announcement
September 6, 2024Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers – Tax and Financial Processing Branch Important Changes are coming for the Fourth Quarter 2024 tax filing period for KYU Weight Distance Tax! The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Motor Carriers, will require the Weight Distance quarterly tax returns to be filed and paid through the Motor Carrier […]
TRUCKING INDUSTRY ASKED TO RANK TOP CONCERNS
August 26, 2024August 26, 2024 Washington, DC – The American Transportation Research Institute, the trucking industry’s not-for-profit research organization, today launched the 2024 Top Industry Issues Survey. The annual survey asks trucking industry stakeholders to rank the top issues of concern for the industry along with potential strategies for addressing each issue. Now in its 20th year, […]
Energy Costs Skyrocket for Maine Manufacturers in July
August 21, 2024MMTA An issue has arisen that, while not directly trucking-related, its impact will be felt by MMTA members throughout Maine. Below you will find a Bangor Daily News article that does a good job explaining it, but in a nutshell, energy costs for many industrial users saw a big jump starting in July. The main […]